Section 13 - Relationships With Other Professionals(a) The Responsibility of the Neutral Toward Other Neutrals.(1)Relationship With Other Neutrals. A Neutral should not preside over an ADR Proceeding without first endeavoring to consult with the person or persons conducting any such dispute resolution proceeding occurring simultaneously in the same case.(2)Co-Neutrals. In those situations where there is more than one Neutral in a particular case, each Neutral has a responsibility to keep the others informed of developments essential to a cooperative effort. The wishes of the parties supersede the interests of the Neutral.(b) Relationship With Other Professionals.(1)Cooperation. A Neutral should respect the relationship between dispute resolution and other professional disciplines including law, accounting, mental health, and the social services and should promote cooperation between Neutrals and other professionals.(2)Prohibited Agreements. A Neutral shall not participate in offering or making a partnership or employment agreement that restricts the rights of a Neutral to practice after termination of the relationship, except an agreement concerning benefits upon retirement.